(1 of )Sonoma State University students play a pickup game of soccer in front of the Wine Spectator Learning Center, which is part of the Wine Business Institute at Sonoma State University in Rohnert Park, California, on Thursday, May 10, 2018. (Alvin Jornada / The Press Democrat)

Sonoma State University ranked No. 19 among top public colleges in the West

SUSAN MINICHIELLO

THE PRESS DEMOCRAT | September 13, 2018

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Traditionally, U.S. News and World Report analyzes schools based on student outcomes, looking at graduation rates and social mobility. This year it also analyzed how well schools support low-income students through graduation by comparing graduation rates of Pell Grant students versus non-Pell Grant recipients.

“Being included in this ranking is a reflection of our focus on the academic success of our students, especially those who come from economically challenged backgrounds and are the first in their families to attend college,” said Sonoma State President Judy Sakaki. “I couldn’t be more proud of the direction we are headed.”

Other factors used in the ranking system: faculty resources, peer assessment, alumni contributions and overall financial resources of the university.

You can reach Staff Writer Susan Minichiello at 707-521-5216 or susan.minichiello@pressdemocrat.com. On Twitter @susanmini